Community Engagement and Partnerships Officer
— Alice Springs, Australia== Central Land Council ==
Role Seniority - mid level
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Alice Springs NT, Australia
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Competitive Salary & Benefits package, 5 weeks annual leave + paid Christmas Relocation assistance and subsidised accommodation for up to 4 months Professional Development Opportunities available
OUR STORY
The Central Land Council (CLC) is a corporate Commonwealth entity established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976. The CLC represents traditional landowners, native title holders and other Aboriginal people in the southern half of the Northern Territory—an area of almost 780,000 square kilometres.
The CLC provides its constituents with advice, advocacy and practical assistance to support their aspirations, manage their land and realise and protect their rights.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN
Eligible Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. If an Aboriginal applicant is selected, the remaining non-Aboriginal applicants will not be assessed.
Qualifications
Applicants must have relevant qualifications and demonstrate that they meet essential criteria in order to be considered. An applicant selected under this affirmative action plan will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility prior to commencement, such as:
completed statutory declaration form, or supporting statement from an appropriate Aboriginal organisation
THE ROLE
EP013 - Community Engagement and Partnership Officer
CL 5 - CL 6 (Starting at $83,685 progressing to $103,828)
The Community Engagement and Partnerships Officer is responsible for working with proponents to achieve identified employment and enterprise outcomes, for Aboriginal people, as outlined in land-based agreements In collaboration with the Manager Native Title, Coordinator PBC Enterprise Support and other relevant organisational sections the role will help support Central Land Council's strategic objectives in relation to economic development in Central Australia.
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package, 15.4% superannuation, five weeks annual leave and Christmas shut down period. Generous salary packaging (maximum $29,000 annually, depending on individual circumstances); Ongoing district allowance (circa $3,760 for an individual or $6,900 with dependents); Yearly airfare allowance (circa $1,560); Relocation assistance, should you be moving to the region; and Subsidised, fully furnished accommodation and for the first four months.
The Central Land Council is dedicated to delivering ongoing professional development and career progression for its people. You will have the opportunity to undertake professional development and to take part in a number of new projects as the organisation continues to grow and innovate.
Most importantly, this role will allow you to work in a diverse environment where you affect real change.
Mandatory Requirements
Ochre card (working with vulnerable people check) National police clearance Cover Letter addressing criteria
CONTACT DETAILS
If you're interested in using your skills to make a real difference apply now!
Closing Date: Friday 27th March 2026 or earlier, should a suitable candidate be found earlier.
For further information about this role, please contact Roxanne Highfold (08) 8951 6211
For more information about the application process, please contact Courtney St Clair - Recruitment Officer on (08) 8951 6211 or jobs@clc.org.au.
Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, relocation assistance, annual airfare allowance and salary packaging options. Annual progression within the salary scale is subject to satisfactory performance. Progression is in accordance with annual increments set out in an enterprise agreement.
The filling of this vacancy is an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975.
Position Description
Type: Ongoing
Category: Native Title/Prescribed Bodies Corporate - Native Title/Prescribed Bodies Corporate
Reference ID: CS000167
Date Posted: 13/03/2026
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Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Central Land Council team will be there to support your growth.
Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborating with stakeholders
- Supporting strategic objectives
- ️ Providing practical assistance
Key Strengths
- Community engagement
- Partnership development
- Project management
- Cultural competency
- ️ Advocacy
- ✍️ Communication skills
A Final Note: This is a role with Central Land Council not with Hatch.
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